Top two in UK for quality of published work

Source: Research Excellence Framework

World-leading staff, an active and international student community, and an exceptionally diverse range of modules makes Sheffield one of the world’s most exciting places to study philosophy.

Emotional Bonds

A new series of events exploring current research on social and affective cognition.

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Engaged Philosophy at Sheffield

Engaged philosophy aims to shed light on complex aspects of our existence and help change the world for the better.

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New Philosophy, Religion and Ethics BA

The Department of Philosophy is launching a new, exciting BA in Philosophy, Religion, and Ethics, for entry from 2019.

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Emotional Bonds

Engaged Philosophy

Philosophy, Religion and Ethics

Flexible study

We offer students a range of flexible study options. Undergraduate courses have no core modules so you can design your own degree.

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Research

We have wide-ranging research interests with leading authorities in areas including feminism, German idealism, philosophy of psychology and metaphysics.

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Working together

Partnerships enhance our research and inspire our students. Our Hang Seng Centre for Cognitive Studies and our Philosophy in the City outreach programme thrive on collaboration.

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